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Werner K
August 8, 2018
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The marble of Estremoz has been explored since the incorporation of the Iberian Peninsula into the Roman Empire. For example, marble analyzes of monuments such as the Roman Temple of Évora indicate that it was built using Alentejo marble. In the history of Portugal and its former colonies, this stone was used for the manufacture of all kinds of ornaments.
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Pacmen64 🇵🇹
January 18, 2025
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Marble and the quarries where it is extracted are a strong feature of the landscape of Estremoz. This resource, which has been used since the time of the Roman Empire, …
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